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Serial Napper | True Crime for the Chronically Tired

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True Crime
Murder
Domestic Violence
Mental Health
Missing Persons
Homicide
Sebastian Rogers
Reena Virk
British Columbia
Michigan
Nicola Bulley
Chance Englebert
Kiara Agnew
Ryan Friesen
Steven Clark
Justice System
Noah Donohoe
Gainesville Ripper
Rebecca Park
Murder Investigation

True crime for the chronically tired. Serial Napper descends into the darkest corners of real‑world crime with a calm, steady voice and an unflinching focus. Every episode examines cases of disappearance, manipulation, violence, and murder, told with quiet intensity and deep respect for the victims whose stories deserve to be heard. Created for the chronically tired who still feel compelled to und... more

PublishesTwice weeklyEpisodes271Founded6 years ago
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Ari Shey
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Arthur Williams
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MJ McAdams
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RJ Decker
A private investigator introduced as a guest to discuss the case
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Episode: The Heavy Backpack: Colt Gray and the Apalachee High Shooting
Shelby Novak
Host of Scary to Sleep
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Episode: [BONUS] Perplexing Halloween Stories ft. Perplexity A Mystery Podcast
Alicia Watson
Co-host of Twisted and Uncorked and Truly Twisted
Twisted and Uncorked, FireEyes Media
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Curtis Runstedler
Nephew of Desmond Runstedler, family member involved in the case's investigation.
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Episode: Desmond Runstedler and Philip Fraser: Danger on the Highway

Hosts

Nikki Young
Host linked to Serial Napper with a consistent presence across episodes; described as the primary voice and storyteller.
Amara
Co-host associated with Black Girl Gone; appears in multiple episodes.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 1.2k ratings
  • Glad to have found this!!

    I heard about this podcast through one of my favorite (other) podcasts, Our True Crime Podcast. So happy they introduced Serial Napper to their audience (me)!! I’m loving it and love that I have plenty of catching up to do 🙂

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    hgreen83
    United States2 months ago
  • ❤️a fan letter

    ❤️😘hey Nikki I’m addy and love your episodes I have been watching since I was 4 i am ten 🔟 btw hope you won’t have to do this but🤞 if Theres a murder in my family hope you work on it :D ❤️😘

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Adelynroseray2016
    Australia3 months ago
  • Listened to Fall Asleep Ended Up Annoyed

    Alright, Brown people, this podcast is not for us.

    I started noticing subtle bias throughout the episodes, but one case really confirmed it for me. When the victim was a blonde-haired, blue-eyed white woman, the host spent several minutes talking about how beautiful, perfect, and special she was. But in another episode about a Black woman who was murdered, the focus shifted almost immediately to the fact that she got pregnant young.

    The same thing happened in an episode about a Native American... more

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    MissHoliday
    United States3 months ago
  • Interesting

    The host seems genuine, there’s just so much victim blaming and her viewpoints and research skills show she needs an education.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    MistressFallon
    United States9 months ago
  • Listen to Serial Napper!

    I have listened to it all and now am re-listening! This is the only podcast I’ve come across where the host is truly respectful of the victim and their families. Nikki shares the facts, and makes you truly care. She doesn’t sensationalize. It feels like you’re listening to your friend tell you a story. I truly love Serial Napper and you should too.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Stay Weird Events
    Canada10 months ago

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Many listeners say episodes are engaging and informative, with a calm pace that aids focus.
Some reviews note strong victim-blaming bias in some episodes and grammar/style issues.
Fans frequently cite the soothing, trustworthy narration as a standout quality.
Listeners praise the host's respectful treatment of victims and thorough research.

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Erin Patterson: The Mushroom Chef
Q: Can you tell us where the mushrooms came from?
Erin claims she bought the mushrooms from a local Asian grocery store but cannot remember which one.
Erin Patterson: The Mushroom Chef
Q: Can you tell us a bit more about the lunch?
Erin describes her devastation over the loss of her guests and expresses disbelief about the tragedy that unfolded.

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A calm, nocturnal true crime podcast that profiles a wide range of cases—disappearances, murders, and investigations—told with steady narration and a respectful focus on victims and evidence. Episodes favor non-sensational storytelling, careful timelines, and forensic detail, often weighing circumstantial versus forensic evidence and exploring how cases unfold over years. Listeners can expect deeply researched narratives, a soothing delivery style, and stories that balance empathy for victims with attention to investigative nuance. A standout feature is the host's restrained, compassionate tone, which can make tough topics approachable for fans who want thorough context without sensationalism.

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1. Ari Shey
2. Arthur Williams
3. MJ McAdams
4. RJ Decker
5. Shelby Novak
6. Alicia Watson
7. Curtis Runstedler

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